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By Hariharan U
Published on August 29, 2025
Novotel Nairobi Westlands is celebrating its first anniversary, wrapping up a year filled with unforgettable guest experiences, community events, and award-winning hospitality. Since opening in August 2024, the hotel has welcomed more than 100,000 guests, making it one of Nairobi’s most dynamic destinations for both leisure and business travelers.
Situated in the lively Westlands district, just steps away from the city’s top malls, the property has quickly become a trusted choice for families, professionals, and global explorers. The hotel’s safari-inspired interiors bring the spirit of Maasai Mara into the city, with artwork and sculptures of giraffes, elephants, rhinos, and cheetahs adding a distinctive local touch.
Designed by RF Studio, the 347 rooms and suites combine modern comfort with sustainable features. With 13 versatile event spaces, including a grand ballroom, Novotel has built a reputation as a top venue for corporate meetings, product launches, and intimate celebrations.
One of its standout attractions is the heated rooftop pool, offering panoramic views of Nairobi’s skyline. Guests can enjoy everything from a peaceful morning swim to golden-hour sunsets, making it a signature experience at the property. Families are also at the heart of Novotel’s promise, with kid-friendly activities ensuring both parents and children feel equally at home.
In just a year, the hotel has become a cultural hotspot, hosting popular events such as Comedy Nights, live music performances, and Bollywood-themed evenings. These gatherings have made Novotel a go-to venue for birthdays, proposals, and graduation celebrations, adding to its role as a community connector.
Culinary offerings remain another highlight. Gemma’s Italian Kitchen & Bar has attracted thousands with its monthly brunches, while the 11th-floor Trunk & Tandoor Sky Lounge is a favorite for Indian flavors paired with sunset views. For casual moments, the Social Hub serves locally inspired coffee in a warm, welcoming setting.
The hotel’s efforts have not gone unnoticed. Nominated for the World Luxury Hotel Awards, Novotel Nairobi Westlands has also been recognized for sustainability under its Build Kenya initiative, which supports local vendors and creatives. The property has achieved milestones such as Safe Hotels certification, accolades from the Tourism Regulatory Authority, and global recognition for Executive Chef Abhijeet Bagwe, who was named Global Chef of the Year 2025.
“Our first year has been about building trust, delivering consistent quality, and creating a space that feels like home for every guest”, said Fabio Gonsalves, General Manager of Novotel Nairobi Westlands. “We are proud of what we’ve accomplished, thankful to our guests and partners, and excited for the journey ahead. Equally, we take pride in creating meaningful employment opportunities, with 98% of our workforce being talented Kenyans who are the true heartbeat of our success”.
As part of Novotel Hotels & Resorts under the Accor group, the property carries forward the brand’s vision of balance, connection, and well-being across its 590 global hotels. Novotel Nairobi Westlands now stands not just as a hotel but as a cultural landmark, shaping the city’s hospitality landscape with warmth, style, and creativity.
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Published on December 11, 2025
Udaipur welcomes a new luxury landmark as Wyndham Hotels & Resorts opens Wyndham Grand Udaipur Fatehsagar Lake, a lavish lakeside retreat set across 26 acres of scenic landscapes. Overlooking the Aravalli mountains and minutes from Fatehsagar Lake, the resort marks Wyndham’s flagship debut in India’s luxury space.
The grand opening saw an elegant gathering of hotel leaders, industry names and special guests. A traditional Rajasthani welcome set the tone—flower showers, tika and pag rituals, followed by vibrant Kachi Ghodi dancers and live regional music. With dusk settling over the hills, the celebration moved into curated culinary experiences that showcased Udaipur’s artistic and cultural charm.
“Wyndham Grand Udaipur Fatehsagar Lake represents a defining milestone in our India journey. This resort is a perfect blend of Rajasthan’s timeless charm and Wyndham’s global standards,” said Rahool Macarius, Market Managing Director – Eurasia, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.
The property mirrors Udaipur’s royal heritage, featuring 140 guestrooms and suites with Gokhda-style sit-outs, indulgent marble interiors and whirlpool bathtubs in select rooms. The upcoming Palace Wing will add 60 more rooms designed with an elevated heritage feel.
As a pure vegetarian resort, guests can enjoy Indian and global flavours at Pyaala, Shakahari and O Sian, each focusing on fresh, local ingredients.
The resort offers some of Udaipur’s most impressive event spaces, including:
One of the largest amphitheatres in the city
A lavish ballroom
Expansive Vintage Lawn for large gatherings under the night sky
For leisure, guests can unwind at the heated outdoor pool, indulge in wellness rituals at Zivaya Spa, or enjoy multiple sports—from tennis and badminton to cricket. Thoughtful services such as concierge support, childcare, butler service, bridal studios and even EV charging make stays seamless.
“Our goal was to create a space connected to the spirit of Udaipur, where mornings begin by the lake and evenings flow with warm Rajasthani hospitality,” the team shared.
With its blend of natural beauty, royal-inspired design and global comforts, Wyndham Grand Udaipur Fatehsagar Lake sets a fresh benchmark for luxury travel and celebrations in India’s beloved City of Lakes.
Atmosphere Core has introduced its fourth brand, ONE Atmosphere, marking its entry into the extended-stay space. The new brand is designed for modern travellers who prefer a flexible lifestyle, one that combines the comfort of home, the structure of a workspace, and the convenience of hotel services.
ONE Atmosphere will offer fully serviced apartments that bring together spacious layouts, branded amenities, seamless support and design-led interiors. These spaces aim to serve today’s work–live–travel pattern, giving guests a place that adapts to different routines and longer stays.
Speaking about the launch, Mr. Salil Panigrahi, Managing Director, Atmosphere Core, said, “As travel becomes more fluid and work becomes borderless, guests expect more than a hotel room, they expect a lifestyle solution, ONE Atmosphere is designed to meet this shift by offering a reliable model of flexible living that blends the warmth of home with the precision of hospitality.”
The design philosophy will focus on calm materials, efficient layouts and local art, creating warm and intuitive environments across locations. Each apartment will feel residential, supported quietly by hotel-style services in the background.
Built for long stays, relocations, holidays and hybrid travel, the brand will deliver a consistent ‘ONE Experience’, supported by a wide range of work, leisure and convenience amenities under the ‘ONE Promise’.
Highlighting the growth opportunity, Mr. Sandeep Ahuja, Managing Director, ONE Atmosphere, said the segment is expanding quickly but remains fragmented. He added that the brand aims to set a strong global benchmark by combining scale with dependable, high-quality experiences, drawing from Atmosphere Core’s proven operational strengths in the Maldives.
The upcoming pipeline includes urban, metropolitan and leisure destinations across South Asia, Southeast Asia and the Gulf, with more international markets being evaluated for future expansion.
By Manu Vardhan Kannan
Published on December 10, 2025
Della Resorts & Adventure has unveiled its Christmas Festive Package for 2025, bringing the holiday season alive in a way that feels warm, thoughtful and pleasantly personal. The package offers a two-night stay, available for either 24–25 or 25–26 December, giving guests a simple but memorable festive escape.
The experience is designed around meaningful moments rather than extravagance, a stay that feels slow and unhurried, mornings that ease into a relaxed breakfast and an Adventure Day Pass that brings a playful spirit to the holiday. Guests can enjoy The Vegas Noelat, the resort’s annual Christmas production, and begin their evening at Café 24 with festive cocktails or mocktails that set the mood just right.
A Christmas Brunch becomes the highlight of the day, and every guest leaves with a traditional pudding, a nostalgic touch that adds to the charm of the celebration.
Children have their own world of December cheer with gingerbread decorating, a Santa Meet-and-Greet and curated activities designed just for them. For adults, the experience sits between a refreshing getaway and a soft festive reset, celebratory without being loud, joyful without being predictable.
The package is ideal for anyone wanting to step away from the city’s usual December rush and spend the holiday in a setting that feels warm, relaxed and a little extra special.
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